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10 Incredible Heartwarming Animal Photos From Hurricane Harvey

The human and animal spirit in a time of disaster is truly amazing

By Catalina Barrios

One of the many memories I had with my grandma or how I called “abuelita’, was as a teenager spending my summer with her in Orlando. My parents used to send my sister and I to Orlando during the summer so we could improve our English.

I remember every August was Hurricane season in Florida. It was very scary. We used to sit down with my “abuelita” in the living room lighting up a candle and with a small box beside us. My abuelita used to say that if we had to run away seeking for shelter we will take the small box with us. It had our passports and IDs.

I think this summer has been among the worst Hurricane seasons of all time. Hurricane Harvey in Texas has taken the lives of over 70 people and left thousands without their home. Just seeing the pictures and videos online breaks my heart.

Rescue efforts are underway in Texas as thousands of residents are trying to re-build their lives. In many cases, as you will see in the following pictures, the ones needing help were our beloved and loyal friends, our pets.

The following are some of the most heartwarming rescue pictures I have seen so far. Let us know which ones impacted you the most.

3. Frankie and Bear

Frankie & Bear were found sitting in a boat. During the evacuation their family wasn’t allowed to bring the dogs to the rescue boats. They thought it was the best decision to put them in a boat temporarily until someone could find them and rescue them. They will be reconnecting with their owners very soon.

4. Otis the Scavenger

This photo went viral. This is Otis, a fighter German Shepherd mix, who was seen walking on the street after the storm and carrying a bag of dog food. It is said that maybe the storm scared Otis, he ran through the screen door and ran away in Sifton, Texas. Thankfully his human found him and they are reunited!

5. Debris Kitty

It breaks my heart seeing pictures like this one. This cat walks through the debris left by the effects of Hurricane Harvey in Rockport Texas. All he cared about was finding his humans. Thankfully a neighbor in the area took him in and provided him with food and fresh water.

6. Telephone Dog

You never know when you will receive help, especially from a stranger. This dog tied to a telephone phone in Texas was thankfully rescued by a photographer. Authorities warned residents that leaving dogs and other pets tied up to elements will result in an arrest.